Central & South America Travel Tips

Brazil is a nation with deep roots in both South American and African history. And for travelers looking to learn more about the connection between these two vastly different continents, a visit to ...
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Bustling big city or nature?s haven? Whichever way you see it, San Jose offers plenty of excitement for the first time and returning visitor alike. In fact, its obvious architecture of tall ...
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The majestic gray cone of Costa Rica?s most famous volcano, Arenal, has the frustrating habit of veiling itself in thick clouds about 80% of the time. That?s why clever travelers plan to spend a few ...
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Cruising through and exploring the glorious archipelago known as the Galapagos Islands is a traveler's dream. With 13 main islands, six small islands, and more than 40 islets, the Galapagos is ...
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There's no doubt that the natural features surrounding San Pedro Atacama make the area so incredible. The desert is vast, yet visitors can still get a good sampling of what the region has to offer ...
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Guatemala is home to over 1,500 Maya sites, making it one of the best countries to visit for history buffs and archeology enthusiasts. Many structures are hidden amongst the dense jungle terrain, a ...
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There are plenty of things to do in Guatemala City, but it?s what is nearby that truly offers an opportunity to fall in love with the country. In fact, three days in the area is likely not enough ...
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Fortaleza is a perpetually sunny, seaside city with a vibrant atmosphere, lovely restored colonial buildings and several urban beaches. One of the largest cities in Brazil?s northeast, its main ...
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The lovely little island of Flores, ensconced in pristine Lake Petén, has been the heart, and capital, of Mesoamerica?s archaeologically richest region for thousands of years. Ehile you are ...
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A heady blend of Spanish and African traditions, the tango developed in the brothels and communal backstreets of Buenos Aires? poorer port districts in the 1880s. As an art form, the tango reached a ...
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Costa Rica may be small, but contained within its borders is a profound diversity of natural landscapes and environments ? including two gorgeous coastlines, mountain ranges, rivers, waterfalls, ...
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The thick rainforests of tropical Costa Rica are home to some 850 unique species of birds. As a result, this tiny country stationed between Nicaragua and Panama, is one of the best places for ...
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There?s no way around it?Chiclayo is a whirlwind. With so much history and so many ancient sites, this modern city by the Valley of Pyramids is anything but short on adventure. If you only have a ...
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Beaches, mountains; vibrant cities, small fishing towns ? the ports of call in Central and South America have it all. Adventure junkies will be at home with zipline tours and kayaking excursions, ...
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With troops of bejeweled dancers gyrating on stage, glittering floats parading through the Sambadrome exhibition hall and costumes so dazzling you?ll need your sunglasses on even at night, Rio de ...
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